,‘Politics was the first textbook I bought and read as an undergraduate and I
have seen it benefit many more students since. Successive editions have
provided a brilliant foundation for those eager to learn, engaging them
with the joy of new understandings of complex political phenomena.’
– Matthew Ryan, University of Southampton, UK
‘This comprehensive and coherent textbook provides the best available
introduction to the study of politics. Andrew Heywood organizes the
material into meaningful categories, explores the major disciplinary
debates with remarkable clarity, and carefully selects detailed examples
that greatly enhance understanding. The book is highly accessible, and yet
also sophisticated – students are well advised to hang on to their copies for
future reference. The fifth edition, meanwhile, seamlessly integrates such
hot-button issues as populism, post-truth politics, and the growing
prominence of autocracy, and manages overall to capture the dynamic
character of politics in a transitional era.’
– Bruce Morrison, Western University, Canada
‘As with every edition that has preceded this latest, updated edition,
Andrew Heywood manages to render complex concepts, ideas, institutions
and debates accessible and engaging for students. This is a comprehensive
and incredibly useful resource for both student and educator alike.’
– Narelle Miragliotta, Monash University, Australia
‘Heywood’s Politics is by far the best introductory text to political science
currently on the market. It does an excellent job of introducing vital
concepts for the study of politics in an accessible, easy to grasp format.’
– Johannes van Gorp, American University of Sharjah, UAE
‘A stellar textbook that covers the essential introductory topics for first-
year students while at the same time delves into contentious contemporary
issues. The fifth edition includes a new thought-provoking final chapter
that addresses the wave of anti-establishment fervour circulating in
Western liberal democracies. Students who study political science are
looking for answers and guidance in understanding today’s political
disillusionment. Heywood’s text provides both and goes the extra mile by
also discussing solutions with the clearest and most up-to-date advice on
“mending politics”.’
– Roberta Haar, Maastricht University, the Netherlands
‘There is hardly a better textbook to approach the study of politics. This is
an easy-to-read yet systematic and engaging introduction to political
2
,science. This new edition has received a timely update and now covers
topics such as populism, illiberal democracy and the crises of the EU.
Heywood’s book is a key reference text that students should always keep
on their desk for consultation as they progress through their degree in
politics.’
– Edoardo Bressanelli, King’s College London, UK
‘Politics remains the text that still best hits the sweet spot between
accessibility and academic sophistication.’
–Stephen Thornton, Cardiff University, UK
‘Thoughtfully organized, attractively presented, and eminently
approachable, Heywood raises the bar for introductory politics texts.
Instructors seeking a comprehensive overview of key concepts, theories,
scholars, events, and political actors will find everything they need and
more in this thoroughly updated edition of Politics.’
– Scott Fitzsimmons, University of Limerick, Ireland
‘This book is a marvel of erudition and compilation. It is accessible and
user friendly. It remains the first stop for lecturers and students studying
Politics.’
– Cillian McGrattan, University of Ulster, Ireland
‘Heywood’s Politics stands out as one of the most comprehensive and
accessible textbooks in the market. Students will benefit especially from
its illustrations of case studies and debates in politics.’
– James Wong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology,
Hong Kong
‘The most versatile and rewarding foundational text for studying politics.
Comprehensive in scope, packed with carefully crafted pedagogical
features, and incorporating the latest scholarship, this edition is the ideal
prompt for stimulating classroom discussions.’
– Andrew Glencross, Aston University, UK
3
, POLITICS
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have seen it benefit many more students since. Successive editions have
provided a brilliant foundation for those eager to learn, engaging them
with the joy of new understandings of complex political phenomena.’
– Matthew Ryan, University of Southampton, UK
‘This comprehensive and coherent textbook provides the best available
introduction to the study of politics. Andrew Heywood organizes the
material into meaningful categories, explores the major disciplinary
debates with remarkable clarity, and carefully selects detailed examples
that greatly enhance understanding. The book is highly accessible, and yet
also sophisticated – students are well advised to hang on to their copies for
future reference. The fifth edition, meanwhile, seamlessly integrates such
hot-button issues as populism, post-truth politics, and the growing
prominence of autocracy, and manages overall to capture the dynamic
character of politics in a transitional era.’
– Bruce Morrison, Western University, Canada
‘As with every edition that has preceded this latest, updated edition,
Andrew Heywood manages to render complex concepts, ideas, institutions
and debates accessible and engaging for students. This is a comprehensive
and incredibly useful resource for both student and educator alike.’
– Narelle Miragliotta, Monash University, Australia
‘Heywood’s Politics is by far the best introductory text to political science
currently on the market. It does an excellent job of introducing vital
concepts for the study of politics in an accessible, easy to grasp format.’
– Johannes van Gorp, American University of Sharjah, UAE
‘A stellar textbook that covers the essential introductory topics for first-
year students while at the same time delves into contentious contemporary
issues. The fifth edition includes a new thought-provoking final chapter
that addresses the wave of anti-establishment fervour circulating in
Western liberal democracies. Students who study political science are
looking for answers and guidance in understanding today’s political
disillusionment. Heywood’s text provides both and goes the extra mile by
also discussing solutions with the clearest and most up-to-date advice on
“mending politics”.’
– Roberta Haar, Maastricht University, the Netherlands
‘There is hardly a better textbook to approach the study of politics. This is
an easy-to-read yet systematic and engaging introduction to political
2
,science. This new edition has received a timely update and now covers
topics such as populism, illiberal democracy and the crises of the EU.
Heywood’s book is a key reference text that students should always keep
on their desk for consultation as they progress through their degree in
politics.’
– Edoardo Bressanelli, King’s College London, UK
‘Politics remains the text that still best hits the sweet spot between
accessibility and academic sophistication.’
–Stephen Thornton, Cardiff University, UK
‘Thoughtfully organized, attractively presented, and eminently
approachable, Heywood raises the bar for introductory politics texts.
Instructors seeking a comprehensive overview of key concepts, theories,
scholars, events, and political actors will find everything they need and
more in this thoroughly updated edition of Politics.’
– Scott Fitzsimmons, University of Limerick, Ireland
‘This book is a marvel of erudition and compilation. It is accessible and
user friendly. It remains the first stop for lecturers and students studying
Politics.’
– Cillian McGrattan, University of Ulster, Ireland
‘Heywood’s Politics stands out as one of the most comprehensive and
accessible textbooks in the market. Students will benefit especially from
its illustrations of case studies and debates in politics.’
– James Wong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology,
Hong Kong
‘The most versatile and rewarding foundational text for studying politics.
Comprehensive in scope, packed with carefully crafted pedagogical
features, and incorporating the latest scholarship, this edition is the ideal
prompt for stimulating classroom discussions.’
– Andrew Glencross, Aston University, UK
3
, POLITICS
FIFTH EDITION
ANDREW HEYWOOD
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